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    Dumpling Wei

    4.2 (107 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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    Garlic eggplant
    Jason Y.

    Stopped by Dumpling Wei in Pasadena and had a really satisfying meal. This woman-owned Taiwanese spot serves a lot of comforting dishes with a good variety of appetizers, noodles, and dumplings. We started with the cucumber salad, spicy pig ears, and xiao long bao. The xiao long bao had thin skin and a good amount of soup inside. The beef roll was crispy and they definitely did not skimp on the hoisin sauce, which balanced everything nicely. One of my favorite dishes was the Lao Gan Ma noodles -- the noodles had a nice chewy texture and you could really taste the wok hay flavor, making it such a comforting dish. The garlic pork ribs were crispy and packed with garlic flavor. The wontons with chili oil and potstickers are also great options to order for the table and share. The biggest surprise for me was actually the garlic eggplant. It had a crispy exterior while staying soft inside and was loaded with flavor. We also tried the golden beef belly noodles and I really enjoyed the tangy and spicy broth. The greens added a nice touch and helped balance out the richness. Overall, a solid spot if you're craving Taiwanese comfort food in the Pasadena area. Plenty of shareable dishes and lots of flavors that stood out.

    Dan Dan Noodles and Mapo Tofu
    Cady N.

    Quick and seamless takeout experience with very reasonable prices, especially for being right across from PCC and a short walk from Caltech. The mapo tofu (comes with rice!) and the Dan Dan noodles were both great. Will definitely be back next time I need a delicious and convenient to-go meal.

    Beef Roll
    Darian E.

    Dumpling Wei is a surprising hit - a trendy little Chinese restaurant across the street from PCC offering excellent food, service, and a streamlined, upscale atmosphere at a competitive price. After my daughter saw the "Dumpling" sign proudly displayed over the restaurant, she insisted we visit on a Wednesday evening. We were greeted and ordered at the register in the front with our food brought to us. The inside is upscale, clean, well designed with an open central hallway and seating flanking on either side. At the recommendation of other Yelpers I got the Beef Roll ($10) which was a unique, light sandwich unlike anything I've ever had before - thin, tender beef, refreshing lettuce and scallions, wrapped in a thin, crispy-yet-soft pancake. The sandwich was perfectly well balanced, light, yet satisfying. My daughter had the chicken soup dumpling ($10.50) which was good, clearly homemade, and we shared the orange chicken ($12.50) which included a side of rice. The proportions were generous, and the orange chicken had a distinct, strong, ginger and garlic flavor. While lacking the crispiness of, say, Panda, the richness of the sauce and unique ginger overtone made it a great variation on the dish. As a gentle jab at my companion, I got the "Stubborn Daughter" drink ($6) which was a caffeinated tea, yuzu, lychee lemonade, and honey concoction which was a unique explosion of flavors unlike anything I've ever had before. Sour and sweet, floral and vegetal somehow at the same time, I rarely include drinks in my reviews but this requires emphasis. Truly delectable. The staff was warm, guided us through the menu, swapped our iced green tea for hot for free when the restaurant proved to be quite chilly, and welcomed and said farewell. Prices, above, are very reasonable - great even - for the quality of the food. A surprising hit, Dumpling Wei is an exceptional restaurant certainly worth a visit if you are around PCC. Unique, delectable Chinese-American dishes at a competitive price, look no further than Wei! Food: 4.5/5 Service: 4.5/5 Ambiance: 4.5/5 Value: 4.5/5

    Madi S.

    Located just across the street from PCC, Dumpling Wei is a can't miss spot for delicious food. Service was quick and it was relatively quiet for a weekday with some people studying while enjoying dinner. The menu has a good variety of food options at a fair price. We ordered dumplings, chicken fried rice, chicken potstickers, and garlic cucumber. All equally savory and delicious!

    Golden beef belly noodle soup
    Irene W.

    Came to Pasadena to visit my homie and we decided to treat ourself to this delicious restaurant. The prices are sooooo affordable I'm really surprised. I'm not from this area so it's really nice to see some dishes under $10?! Right across from PCC I'm surprised more people aren't coming here. The dumplings are so juicy. Everything is so flavorful. The golden beef belly noodle soup is so spicy like actually spicy and unique. Everything here is good. The Lao gan ma fried noodles with chicken is used in a savory sauce. And their BEEF ROLLS are so crispy on the outside and the meat is so soft and tender. I didn't expect this place to actually be so good. The drinks too they sound so basic on paper but they're way more complex tasting in person. Very light. Perfectly sweet. My homie got the little dream of you it's like a light creamy "horchata" drink with black sesame cold foam and she got the sycamore trees for her fiance and it was so refreshing like coconut water but sparkling and sweet, lightly lemon-y. And I got the stubborn daughter bc I related heavy to the name. It looked like a dirty soda or like a cold brew but it tasted so light but potent with tea flavor. There was also yuzu and lychee lemonade which would make you think this drink is super tart, but no I wish more people made drinks like this. It was sweet and refreshing without feeling like it tasted like a soda. Tbh you don't need the boba next door with drinks like these. Inside reminds me little fatty like upscale Chinese but without an overpriced tag. As a Chinese born American, I highly recommend this place !!

    Injoo H.

    Dumpling Wei in Brentwood surprised me in the best way The prices honestly made me expect smaller portions, but the dishes just kept coming. Perfect place for sharing family-style, and we still had plenty left for to-go. Handmade dumplings, noodles, rice dishes -- everything felt comforting and super filling without feeling overpriced for the Westside. Parking was also surprisingly easy, which already feels rare in this area The only thing I probably wouldn't order again was the boba. I usually don't like overly sweet drinks, but this one tasted a little too watered down for me personally. Definitely feels like a solid comfort food spot after a Westfield Century City run 5 stars because for a newly opened spot, everything felt surprisingly solid overall

    House Special Fried Rice 本楼炒饭
    Chanel T.

    Usually not in the area that much but found out about this place on TikTok. Definitely worth coming, the portions were good and enough for 2 (plus leftovers) and can't wait to come back and try more on the menu. Service was quick and food was out in less than 15 mins. The seating is a bit wonky but it makes sense. I sat at the bar window which was nice.

    Tomato & Egg Noodle and Lao Gan Ma Fried Noodles w/ Chicken
    Annie W.

    Affordable and casual Chinese dining experience in Pasadena. The store is located right across from Pasadena community college and there is ample street parking. They might also have a small lot available for customers, but I wasn't able to locate it. The ambience inside is clean and there are plenty of tables. You order at the counter and sit down - you can also grab water for yourself from a dispenser as well as soy sauce/vinegar and garlic. We ordered the tomato and egg noodle and Lao Gan Ma stir fried noodles with chicken. The portions on both of these dishes were absolutely huge, which was great value especially for the price. The tomato and egg noodle were authentic and well-made, not too sweet like some of the versions tend to be. The stirfry noodles were on the salt to your side, but also very authentic and tasty. There was a strong soy sauce flavor, but not too much chili kick to it. They have a large menu and I'm really excited to come back and try some more of their dishes. It definitely feels almost like home cooking! Highly recommend and I will be coming back soon!

    Orange Chicken & Fried Beef Noodles
    Noemi A.

    Loved that the fried noodles are made in house. Portions are big enough to share. Orange chicken was great , loved that it comes with a side of rice. However, I'd reduce the amount of garlic in it & the chicken could be a little crunchier for my liking. It was still enjoyable that I'll definitely be returning !

    shrimp dumplings
    Luis D.

    Casual noodle dumpling place across the street from Pasadena City College. The prices are reasonable and you get decent portion sizes. I got the beef roll, lots of tender beef and sauced just enough. The wrapper was excellent, thin and crispy but not greasy. I also got the shrimp dumplings with sauce and peanuts, also really good. The garlic cucumbers were garlic forward but under-seasoned. Overall, the items I tried leads me to want to check out the rest of the menu especially the noodle dishes and stir fries. 5 stars

    Garlic Pork Ribs
    Michael Y.

    Looking to try a new Chinese spot in the Pasadena area, I came across Dumpling Wei with some enticing pictures to their menu and became curious about this new spot. In a rush and wanting to take some food to-go, I decided to come in and look at their menu. With most of their food hovering around the 15 dollar price tag, I decided to order the Garlic Pork Ribs ($15.50) and the Boiled Fish ($15.50) and got the food to take home. Examining the quantity of food, I would say there definitely was more to be expected. Looking at the Garlic Pork Ribs first, I was expecting the quantity to match those of the other dishes offered on the menu. But looking at the given to-go container, there were only 13 pieces of small, sparerib sized pork. Because each piece was mostly made up of bone, I finished the dish still feeling very hungry. In the Pasadena area, there are many other restaurants one can go where the dishes give more for the same price. Because of this, the price to portion ratio was low. The same could be said for the Boiled Fish as it was a small bowl filled with just a few pieces of fish. Both of the dishes together could make one full. But even then, the price to portion ratio is very steep. Taste-wise, the food was pretty good overall. With the pork ribs, the outside was coated which gave off a sweet flavor. Combined with the green onions and black beans, the flavor was quite rich and very well composed. The meat was moist and used the garnishes to its benefit. But because the amount of meat was so little, the flavors dissipated fast. As for the boiled fish, the bowl had a similar taste to a bowl of malatang. With a very intense spice and a numbing flavor, the bowl is definitely only for those with high spice tolerance. But luckily, the ingredients were good as well. The wooden ears tasted soft and chewy, while the fish was very soft and broke apart easily. I personally wouldn't order the boiled fish again. But it wasn't bad by any means. Dumpling Wei was a surprise that I was not expecting. The flavors of the food were satisfying and authentic to a T. But because of the price to portion ratio and the lack of quantity of each dish, Dumpling Wei sits at a modest 3 star rating. While lower quantities of food are recognizable in this area, they are usually attributed to more expensive foods at different classes of restaurants. In all, Dumpling Wei can be a great choice if you are looking to overlook the quantity for some tasty Chinese food.

    Xlb dumplings
    Josephine C.

    On a Sunday morning at 11am in March, my sister and I decided to have lunch here. We found street parking. It wasn't easy since church people took all the spots. We were nicely greeted by the staff person. First, we ordered at the order desk braised beef noodle soup, pan fried dumplings, xlb dumplings, bao stuffed dumplings meat. There are nice Chinese music playing in the background. There are some tables and self service of water, dipping sauce, plates. First the beef noodle soup arrived and I like to drink a spoonful of the broth which was rich in flavor. The staff person explained they cook the broth for long hours and everything are freshly made. The beef chucks was lean not fatty and noodles cooked just right. Next the pan fried dumplings and xlb dumplings tasted really good, I didn't eat the bao dumpling since I was too full. Overall very good place if you are craving dumplings and it's across from pcc.

    Potstickers
    Henna M.

    Affordable AND delicious? That's become a rare combo. Ordered the potstickers and hand pulled onion pancake with lamb. Great favors at an excellent price. The potstickers came out piping hot and were served with a savory sauce. Delicious, tender filling and a great chew to the dumpling wrapping. Reminded me of growing up in the San Gabriel Valley and being spoiled by these flavors growing up.

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    Need better and more vegan options! Mapo tofu, Dan Dan noodles, dumplings, etc can all be made vegan

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    Best Asian food ever ! Amazing service ! Chill ambiance !!! Need to come back again !

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    Woon

    4.0
    (269 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    We ate here on a Thursday night for dinner and the restaurant had enough seating and wasn't too…read morebusy. You walk in and order at the front and then sit at a table and they bring the food out to you. The restaurant is nicely decorated with bright colors and detailed wallpaper. We ordered the pork rice bowl, scallion pancakes, and beef noodles to share between two of us. The standout dish by far was the beef noodles. The flavor was amazing and the noodles were cooked perfectly. I probably would opt to try something different from the pancakes and rice bowl in the future. Overall a very pleasant experience and I would come back again for those noodles!

    Decided to give this spot a try after seeing so many folks raving about it on Tik Tok! As someone…read morewho grew up in a Chinese household and had many authentic Chinese dishes before, this place did not particularly impress me. I would describe it as a glorified Panda Express. My honest thoughts on everything I tried: Green Onion Pancake- Crispy exterior with a soft doughy center. Not overly salty! Really enjoyed this as a side dish, but the vinegar sauce it came with.... did not go well with it at all. Maybe I just wasn't used to it since it doesn't traditionally come with that type of dipping sauce. Not the best green onion pancake I've had, but still solid! 8/10 Cucumbers & Tofu- Very refreshing cucumber! I liked how they used hard tofu. Very unique blend of textures and with tart and spicy flavors. However, doesn't stand out to me. 7/10 Beef Noodles- for the price, the portion was extremely small. Noodles were chewy and thick, which I liked. Beef slices were not as tender as I wanted it to be. However, I did like how they paired it with baby bok choy. It was decent, but did it blow my mind? Absolutely not. 7/10 You order at the cashier and seat yourself with a table number card. Interior was spacious and open. Lots of indoor seating. Water is self serve. Parking available in rear or on the street. Overall, underwhelming in my humble opinion.

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    Our table
    Pickled Chinese cabbage, don't like it
    Pickled Chinese cabbage, don't like it
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    Noodle St

    Noodle St

    4.4
    (1.1k reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$
    Women-owned & operated
    Kid friendly

    On July 23, My family decided to eat here for dinner. As we…read moreentered we noticed how super clean it was & so were their restrooms. The restaurant is very organized & attention to details. As we were seated we saw the chef actually cooking in front of us, this place is known for their handmade noodles. Leung was our waiter he asked we had any questions, we did & he answered them beautifully! They have appetizers which included: Oinghai clear cold noodle, Four-bared clear cold noodles, chinese chives and garlic Spring mix salad: Seasonal vegetables spring mix greens and peanuts, Cucumber salads, Cucumber garlic and cilantro, potato string shrimps, Potato shrimp served with sweet and sour sauce (5pcs), crispy tofu: Crispy tofu with sweet and sour sauce, fried chicken wings, Battered chicken wings with garlic chili sauce (4pcs) seasoned fries. Noodles : signature beef noodles with rice noodle soup, Bone in rib rice noodle soup, Spring cold noodle, Egg with tomato noodles Savory braised chicken noodles Chicken noodle with rice noodle soup Noodle minced beef soup Seasonal veggie noodles with rice noodle soup Spicy beef and beef tendon noodle with rice noodles soup, stir fry noodle: beef, chicken shrimp or tofu, and white rice. House Choose your noodles : standard round, Flat, triangle, and knife cut. Rice dishes: Korean bbq with rice, egg with tomato over rice, beef fried rice, kimchee fried rice with shrimp, White rice. House special: Lamb skewers, scallion pancakes, beef roiled pancakes, chicken spicy wontons, garlic string beans. So we ordered their signature beef noodles with rice noodles soup (standard round noodles), savory braised chicken noodle , scallion pancakes and chicken spicy wontons. All delicious!! mouthwatering! Leung always made sure that drinks were full without asking! He was on it!! Leung was so sweet, kind, caring , super down to earth, very genuine. He has this upbeat energy about himself that really radiates! I would love to thank Leung for a fantastic & memorable visit! I would like to Thank Noodle St for a wonderful visit! I'll definitely tell all my Family & Friends to visit here!!

    Was here for lunch over 2 weeks ago to meet my friend that works in the area. We walked from her…read moreoffice near Paseo to old town and we ended up here. There's a menu outside of the place so you can browse so you can check it out before going in. Since this was a slow day (most offices were closed day before a holiday) we were seated right away. My friend ordered beef with rice and I of course wanted a noodle dish. The server suggested some noodle dishes but I felt too hot to go for soup so I ordered the eggs and tomatoes over knife cut noodles. So eggs were overwhelming TBH and I wished I ordered what the server suggested but I do love the noodles. You can tell they're freshly made. Will definitely return to try the popular dishes. The tables are close to each other so you can see what the next table ordered. The beef bone soup looks really good. Dining area is clean, casual and good space for friends and families. I see a lot of young kids with parents. I If you're into fresh noodles definitely try this place out.

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    Stir Fry Noodles with Tofu ($15.80) - onions, spinach, bell peppers and carrots. With triangle noodles.
    Stir Fry Noodles with Tofu ($15.80) - onions, spinach, bell peppers and carrots. With triangle noodles.
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    Dining room
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    Mama Lu’s Dumpling House

    Mama Lu’s Dumpling House

    3.8
    (435 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$

    Mama Lu Dumpling House is my favorite Chinese spot in the area. The dumplings are amazing, which is…read moreexactly what you hope for when going to a place known for them. You really cannot go wrong with the xiao long bao, steamed buns, or any of their other dumpling offerings. Beyond the dumplings, they have a lot of other dishes I really enjoy. Some of my favorites are the beef rolls, spicy wontons, green onion pancake, chow fun, orange chicken, and chow mein noodles. The noodles are especially good and, importantly, not overly greasy or oily, which can sometimes be an issue at other places. The prices are also competitive, especially considering the portions and quality of the food. It is the kind of place where you can order a good spread, share a bunch of dishes, and feel like you got a solid meal for the money. I also love that they bring out sugared peanuts when you sit down. It is a small touch, but a really nice one. The restaurant has plenty of seating, though service can be a bit slow at times, so good luck flagging down a waiter when it gets busy. You can also tell they are a high-volume dumpling restaurant because there is often steam in the dining room, which can make the restaurant feel a little warm at times. A couple of practical heads-ups: the tables are on the smaller side and can get crowded quickly if you order a lot of dishes, so just be mindful if you are planning to feast. You will also likely need to park in one of the structures around the area, but there is a large parking structure right across the street and plenty of parking options around Old Town. Overall, Mama Lu is a great spot with excellent dumplings, solid noodles, competitive prices, and a menu that keeps me coming back. Definitely one of my go-to places in Pasadena.

    Food was good and had large portions. We ordered the juicy dumplings, chow fun and fried chicken…read more All were freshly served and tasty. The service was of course- not accommodating, but that's what you get. We didn't get water refills and their air conditioning was not working (it was 100 degrees outside). We had asked for a fan and one bus person gave it to us- to have the server move it away to another area. Good food, bad service, affordable and hot as hell.

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    Interior
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    French beef stir fry
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    Yang Chow

    Yang Chow

    3.8
    (715 reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$

    Upon recommendation, I decided to visit this restaurant with a friend. We really enjoyed the…read moreslippery shrimp ($24.50) and Szechuan (orange) chicken ($22.50). Bowls of steamed rice cost $2.50, and we each got one. Portions are generously large and worth the cost; we took leftovers home. The tea offered to us tasted good. The slippery shrimp had a nice crisp with a pleasant blend of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors. There's a slight spice from the red chili that felt mild on my tongue. This was our first time trying out the dish, and we liked it the most. The orange chicken tasted solid, and it had a slightly crispy texture. For some reason, the rice had an aftertaste I wasn't familiar with, but it was still fresh. There was a fortune cookie at the end of our meal. I'd come back for the slippery shrimp and order something other than the orange chicken. The restaurant opened at 11:30 am, and we were one of the first customers to dine in. The ambience was quiet and relaxed, but they got busier as many more people arrived. Service was good as the staff packed our leftovers in containers for us. Our server asked us where we were from as he was used to seeing regulars during the time we visited. Before we exited, we took some time to see framed photos of celebrities who visited Yang Chow before, including Conan O'Brien and Magic Johnson.

    We've been loyal customers of Yang Chow for over 20 years, but we will never give the Pasadena…read morelocation another dime. We placed a large order including slippery shrimp, Szechuan beef, and wonton soup, but the chicken lo mein arrived with charred pieces and tasted terribly burnt. ​When we called, the manager, Phil, was incredibly rude. He demanded we drive 30 minutes back just to return the noodles for a refund, defensively asking, "What else do you expect me to give you?" When we tried to reason with him and reminded him of our 20-year loyalty, Phil literally said, "That's not my problem," and "I don't care." ​Everyone knows that businesses are struggling in this economy, and a manager with this kind of attitude is definitely not making things any better for the restaurant. It makes zero sense to treat a 20-year regular like a scammer over a side of noodles. Phil's horrific attitude and total lack of accountability just cost them a lifelong customer. Avoid this location.

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    Shrimp with lobster sauce
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    Lunasia Dim Sum House

    Lunasia Dim Sum House

    3.8
    (2.5k reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    Overview: convenient kiosk ordering, tough parking, delicious dim sum…read more ---- We decided to order some dim sum to-go and got the classic offerings of siu mai, har gow, cheung fun, chicken feet, pan fried turnip cake, ginger beef tripe, black bean pork short ribs, and egg tarts. Everything, and I mean everything, was so delicious. One of the best dim sum places I've been to. The pricing of the items ranged from $8-$10 per item we ordered which is expensive but as a treat every once in a while and for the amount of time and effort that goes into making dim sum, it was worth it. I've tried making dim sum at home and it is so hard! Pricing breakdown: $8 items: - har gow (4 pcs) - siu mai (4 pcs) - black bean spare rib - pan fried turnip cake - egg custard $9 items: - chicken feet $10 items: - shrimp rice noodle roll I think they no longer have the tripe on their menu anymore bc I couldn't find it on their online ordering. Also their chili oil was priced at $0.98, which was kind of small, I would do without it next time. ---- The parking was really tough, luckily I had another person with me drop me off then I ordered and then we double parked waiting for it to be finished. The inside of the restaurant felt like an elevated dim sum place, things were neat and a darker ambiance which felt more intimate if you decided to eat in. We took ours to-go and it was still so good! ---- Overall: if I'm ever back in Pasadena I'll be sure to stop by for dim sum, classic dishes with an elevated taste, pricey but worth it

    Perfect family dim sum experience for us…read more We took out my parents and in-laws for dim sum: my parents' very first time ever. We did wait about an hour, but honestly I didn't mind at all because it gave us a chance to relax, talk, and catch up as a family. Once we were seated, my parents were immediately impressed with the decor: elegant and cultural without feeling overly modern or cold. And can we talk about the tea kettles? They looked like literal pieces of art being poured at the table. Ordering was super easy with the QR code system, so my husband handled the whole spread: shumai dumplings, chicken feet, sesame balls, and more. Everything came out hot, fresh, and beautifully plated. The ENTIRE table agreed on one thing: the chili oil condiment deserves to be sold in bottles to take home. It was that good. Smoky, just the right amount of spicy, and addictive. Now for the real test: my in-laws. They've been to *many* dim sum places and are not easily impressed. They declared this place to have the best chicken feet that they've ever had: meat easily sucked off the bone, melt-in-your-mouth tender, and perfectly seasoned. High praise coming from dim sum veterans. Most importantly, my parents' first dim sum experience couldn't have been better. They loved everything from the ambiance to the food to the overall experience. My husband and I want to come back to explore more of the menu because there's clearly so much more to try

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    The outside of the restaurant.
    Back of the restaurant with plenty of parking.
    Back of the restaurant with plenty of parking.
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    Sichuan Street Food

    Sichuan Street Food

    4.5
    (108 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$

    I've been coming here at least once a week for the past five months, and this place continues to…read moreimpress every single time. The service is consistently great... attentive, efficient, and genuinely welcoming. Fair warning for anyone new to Sichuan cuisine, the dominant flavor is "spicy". That said, the dishes are not just about heat... they're layered, aromatic, and incredibly well-balanced. Every dish I've tried has been outstanding, both in flavor and presentation. If you're a fan of bold, authentic flavors and reliable service, this spot is definitely worth visiting. Tip - If you're new to the cuisine, I strongly recommend getting everything MILD spicy. I've been told by some of my colleagues that MILD spicy is still pretty spicy, so be warned. With that said, strongly recommend the dishes below. Lamb with Cumin 11/10 - My favorite dish here by far. Aromatic, flavorful, and the spices are just on point. Dan Dan Noodles 9/10 - Solid and consistently good. The sauce is properly seasoned and truly compliments the perfectly cooked noodles. Shredded Cabbage with Pork 9/10 - Not to be confused with twice cooked pork. This dish is so simple and bland looking, but it's packed with flavor... so good! Garlic Pork Belly 8/10 - This is a cold dish. The meat was perfectly cooked and properly coated in chili oil. Solid and consistently good. Kung Pao Chicken 8/10 - In my opinion, it's an elevated Kung Pao Chicken. Solid and consistently good.

    This place is crazy good. When you think of Szechuan food you're probably thinking SPICE, but you…read morecan adjust the heat of most of the dishes here so you're not frying your tongue off. It can get really busy, though, so expect to wait or just call in your order and take your food to go. I recommend the soy sauce tofu with beef dish. It's fire. Massive W. Gen Z words. Good.

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    Orange Chicken
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    Colette

    Colette

    3.8
    (1k reviews)
    3.1 mi
    $$

    Overall we enjoyed our meal and experience and would totally come back to try other dishes…read more Food - everything was fresh tasting. Lobster: we enjoyed the Colette special sauce, it was aromatic with the basil, good level of spice, and lobster meat was cooked perfect. Salt and pepper calamari: great crunch, wish it had a little more salt & pepper & garlic seasoning most pieces weren't coated, but the calamari texture had the perfect chew. Crispy vermicelli with beef: loved the crispy noodles and soft beef stir fry textures together, definitely ask for chili oil with this dish, it needs that extra umph of flavor for the noodles. Salted egg yolk pumpkin: I normally love this dish, only wished the outside was crispier, got soggy fast and with how thick these are cut you want the crispy exterior, but flavor was good. Only thing that made me feel a bit "eh" was the chipped plateware they have and continue to use. Service - wonderful! Everyone was so friendly and had nice customer service. They even helped recommend dishes and also share opinions on what we shouldn't order which I loved. Parking - free parking lot! There are a few spaces right in front of the restaurant. But around the side there's more parking as well.

    Very good food and service I like the food there…read more They have a very good chef I send all my friends there too and they love it

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    Assorted mushrooms with tofu
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    Dumpling Wei - chinese - Updated August 2026

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